Overview

Anaphalis cinnamomea is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Anaphalis, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Anaphalis cinnamomea grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and flower borders and beds.

About

Anaphalis margaritacea, commonly known as the western pearly everlasting or pearly everlasting, is an Asian and North American species of flowering perennial plant in the family Asteraceae.

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About the genus

Anaphalis is a genus of herbaceous and woody flowering plants within the family Asteraceae, whose members are commonly known by the name pearl or pearly everlasting. There are around 110 species with the vast majority being native to central and southern Asia. There is one species native to North America that is fairly well known and popular in cultivation, namely the western pearly everlasting.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Anaphalis

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist but well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, North-facing, East-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Exposed, Sheltered

UK hardiness

H7

Plant details

Anaphalis cinnamomea size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Anaphalis cinnamomea

Propagation

Division, Seed

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions